About this role
<p>We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.</p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:24.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What will your main responsibilities be?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of VAT compliance and reporting for the Benelux entities. You will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation, and continuous improvement of VAT-related processes, while working closely with internal stakeholders and global teams.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Your responsibilities will include:</span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Taking full, independent ownership of the <strong>accurate preparation and submission of VAT returns</strong> for the Benelux countries</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Independently preparing and submitting <strong>EC Sales Lists</strong> for the Benelux</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Reconciling VAT balance sheet accounts</strong> on a monthly basis, investigating discrepancies and preparing the required journal entries</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monitoring <strong>VAT legislative and regulatory changes</strong> in the Benelux, assessing their impact on the business, and collaborating with the VAT team to ensure timely and compliant implementation</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Supporting the <strong>Tax Technology team</strong> on project-based work, including process improvements and VAT reporting requirements for IT systems</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Providing <strong>training, mentorship, and guidance</strong> to the business on VAT-related matters</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Actively promoting <strong>collaboration, standardization, and continuous improvement</strong> across VAT processes and controls</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Supporting and contributing to various VAT-related projects, such as:</span></li> <ul type="circle"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Compliance checklists</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Real-time reporting initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">VAT accounts procedures</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">E-invoicing implementations</span></li> </ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Setting up and further developing <strong>VAT processes and policies</strong>, including the transition from outsourced activities to a fully in-house, well-documented and continuously updated setup</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ensuring all activities are performed in line with <strong>Yara’s global Ethics & Compliance policies</strong>, as well as <strong>Health, Safety and Security principles</strong>, relevant legislation, and Yara’s golden rules</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:24.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Who are you?</b></H2> </div><div><p>We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive VAT professional who combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on mindset. You are comfortable working independently, take ownership of your responsibilities, and enjoy collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders across the organization. <br>The ideal candidate brings the following qualifications and competencies:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>A <strong>Master’s degree in Finance or Tax</strong>, with a strong focus on Finance and/or Accounting</li> <li>Solid knowledge of <strong>VAT formalities and legislation</strong> applicable in the Benelux countries</li> <li>Strong understanding of <strong>accounting principles and related financial procedures</strong></li> <li>Practical, advanced experience with <strong>ERP systems</strong>, preferably <strong>SAP</strong></li> <li>A <strong>hands-on mentality</strong> combined with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude</li> <li>The ability to use <strong>personal judgement and initiative</strong> to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles</li> <li>Strong <strong>communication skills</strong>, both externally (e.g. liaising with tax authorities) and internally (working with key stakeholders across the business)</li> <li>An enthusiastic, flexible and <strong>collaborative team player</strong> who thrives in a dynamic environment</li> <li><strong>Excellent oral and written English</strong> communication skills</li> <li>A high level of <strong>accuracy</strong>, attention to detail and a strong <strong>result-oriented mindset</strong></li> <li>Working knowledge of at least one additional language: <strong>Dutch, French or German</strong></li> </ul> <p>Do you recognize yourself in the description above, but are some qualifications missing? Yara wants to invest in people, so we would like to get in touch with you! </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:24.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Information</b></H2> </div><div><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This position is preferably based in Belgium or the Netherlands</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Do you feel the chemistry?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Please apply via our website. For more information about the job content, please contact Dominik Hemsing (VAT manager Europe, +49 259 4798 426) or Peggy de Mey, HR Business Partner (+31 115 474 364).</span></p></div></div></div><p><b>Knowledge grows through differences</b><br> Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks. </p> <p>As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.</p>